Definition

The quality of not being affected by feelings or emotions; a lack of sensitivity.

Example

His insensitiveness to her feelings made their relationship difficult.

Conversation

Have you noticed how some people can be so oblivious to others' feelings?

Yeah, it's surprising sometimes, their insensitiveness is hard to understand.

I think it really affects their relationships, don't you?

Absolutely, a little empathy goes a long way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Insensitiveness is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "sensitivus" (from Latin, meaning sensitive) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state of being). The word describes the state of being not sensitive or lacking sensitivity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'sensitive' ('sensitivus') to remember that 'insensitiveness' means the state of lacking sensitivity.

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